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YNS 971S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

1,640 mi
Last recorded1,640 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNS 971S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 1,640 miles

Front both brakes slight binding

both inner sill slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jul 2017 1,263 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Caster rail (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Caster rail (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 1,263 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device ineffective Spring pan bolt loose (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Caster rail (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Caster rail (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 856 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 227 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 99,532 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 99,426 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

front pad low

Pass 10 Jul 2013 98,538 miles

Nearside front and offside front underbody castle rails starting to corrode

Fail 10 Jul 2013 98,538 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front and offside front underbody castle rails starting to corrode

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 97,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 96,559 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 95,240 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 94,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Slight play in nearside and offside rack ends

Fail 1 Jul 2009 94,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Slight play in nearside and offside rack ends

Pass 1 Jul 2008 92,991 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 91,675 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 90,565 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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YNS 971S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNS 971S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNS 971S registered?

YNS 971S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1978.

Is YNS 971S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNS 971S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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